At DDSA - De Luca, Derenusson, Schuttoff e Azevedo Advogados, the aviation group is made up of ‘excellent professionals’ who exhibit ‘extensive knowledge of the industry’. Singled out for its strong track record in aircraft financing and regulatory matters, the group is well versed in the entire spectrum of aviation mandates, ranging from insurance to litigation and tax issues. Led by Ana Luisa Derenusson, the team is also seen with great regularity advising on the purchase and sale of aircraft. Derenusson, who is rated for her ‘knowledge of all processes involving the financing, purchase and sale of aircraft’, advises airlines, banks, air taxi operators, leasing companies and manufacturers in the full array of aviation matters. Recently promoted partner Rita de Cassia Fernandes de Godoy specialises in aviation financing, which is also an area of activity for associates Mariana Nogueira and Julia Machado.